Hand Made New Zealand Obay Stone Pendant Ref: 0127

New Zealand Obay Stone (also known as Golden Bay Polychrome Schist) is a rare natural stone discovered in 2020 by fossicker Shayne Anthony Hancock in Golden Bay, South Island. Prized by carvers, it features striking variations of blue, green, gold, and iron speckles.

Composition & Appearance

• Minerals: A mixture of blue Kyanite, green Fuchsite, Quartz, and various oxidized minerals.
• Similarities: It shares a similar mineral composition and aesthetic with the famous Aotea stone from South Westland, though Obay Stone comes strictly from the Golden Bay region.

Cultural & Artistic Significance

• Carvings: Highly valued by local lapidaries and artisans for sculpting. It is commonly carved into traditional Māori shapes such as the Toki (adze for strength), Roimata (teardrop for healing), and Koru (for new beginnings).
• Metaphysical Properties: Believed to promote a deeper connection to nature, emotional balance, and spiritual resilience.

Ref: 0127 (For my use only)